Warehouse Operative
Job Description & Overview
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Warehouse Operative</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">AM2PM are looking for reliable, motivated and hardworking Warehouse Operatives to join our client in the Swindon SN5 and SN31 areas.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Job Details:</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Fixed shifts, Monday to Friday: These are fixed shifts and do not rotate. Occasional weekend working may be required depending on kitting volumes and operational</p>
<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">requirements. Additional working during sale periods will only be required where agreed with the Operations Manager.</h5>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">AM shift: 08:00-16:00</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">PM shift: 14:00-22:00</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">During peak periods, the shifts will be 06:00 - 15:00 and 15:00 - 00:00</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Break arrangements will be confirmed at the start of each shift by the Shift Manager or Team Leader and will consist of either:</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">One 30-minute break and one 15-minute break; or</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">One 45-minute break.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Pay Rates: All are brought in as standard ops to begin with, with possibility to be trained up to skilled ops</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">General Warehouse Operative: £12.91 per hour</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">PM shift premium: Additional £0.68 per hour for the 14:00-22:00 shift</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Skilled Warehouse Operative: £13.80 per hour</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">MHE/VNA Operative: £14.49 per hour</p>
<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">Requirements of a Warehouse Operative</h5>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Accurately pick and securely pack customer orders.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Unload, sort, and organise deliveries.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Handle physical tasks, including moving and lifting boxes.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Manage inventory using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Conduct stock checks and resolve discrepancies.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Inspect and process returned items.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Handle damaged or returned products following protocols.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Support kitting and miscellaneous warehouse activities.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Ensure workspace cleanliness and safety.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Performance and Attendance Expectations</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Pick and Pack colleagues will receive three days of training and will be expected to work towards the required productivity targets from their fourth shift.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Reliable attendance and punctuality are essential.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">During the main peak period of approximately two weeks, attendance will be monitored daily due to increased operational demand.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Daily shift-confirmation messages will be sent before each scheduled shift.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Previous warehouse experience is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided. Previous WMS, stock-control, MHE or VNA experience would be advantageous for skilled positions.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Benefits: Immediate starts available, temp-to-permanent opportunities; employee Assistance Programme; workplace pension; 28 days' holiday entitlement; comprehensive onboarding and training; opportunities to upskill to HLOP; free on-site car parking; friendly and enjoyable working environment; quick and straightforward recruitment process; video interviews available where required</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">INDSWIND</p>
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Key Details
- Date Posted: 13 Oct 2026
- Location: Swindon
- Employment Type: Temporary
- Category: Distribution
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